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GL61 FMC

2011 BMW 116

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,802 mi
Last recorded129,802 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2011 BMW 11669,809 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL61 FMC
MakeBMW
Model116
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 129,802 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2025 129,802 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 113,446 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 97,405 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 91,479 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 85,400 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 77,688 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 68,895 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2019 68,895 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 58,839 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 52,332 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 45,520 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Feb 2015 39,561 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 39,561 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the BMW 116?

Based on 1,638,388 MOT tests across 141,314 vehicles.

80.9%
Pass Rate
6,730
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
141,314
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 24,729
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9,380
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,330
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GL61 FMC is a 2011 BMW 116 in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2011 BMW 116 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 69,809 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 116 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 24,729 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL61 FMC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 116 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 15 years old, this BMW 116 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL61 FMC registered?

GL61 FMC is a 2011 BMW 116, first registered on 21 December 2011.

Is GL61 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL61 FMC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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